Featured Hotels Near Henshoin

Stay at Shūmon Machi-Seto Onsen Ryokan, a boutique inn transformed from traditional Japanese architecture, offering panoramic views of Mount Kongō and the Seto Inland Sea from every room. Just a 3-minute walk to Hyōjō-in Temple, the property features complimentary foot baths, tea ceremony workshops, and a private path connecting directly to the temple grounds. Reserve through the HopeGoo app for exclusive access to morning Zen meditation sessions.

Choose Shūmon Kōjin Slow Travel Inn, located just a 2-minute walk from Hyōjō-in Temple’s main entrance. The inn blends Edo-era timber craftsmanship with modern comfort, featuring tatami rooms with garden-view windows—awaken to the temple’s morning bell chimes. Complimentary bicycles are available daily, allowing guests to explore the historic stone Buddha clusters and old streets along the heritage trail, immersing in this national cultural monument’s spiritual legacy.

Shūmon Gyōkō Fūjō Minshuku offers a signature "Dawn Pilgrimage Experience" departing at 5:30 AM, guiding guests on a quiet walk to Hyōjō-in Temple for a private blessing ceremony followed by a vegetarian breakfast prepared by resident monks. Housed in a century-old wooden structure, the inn displays artifacts linked to the Mitsui family, with a private courtyard ideal for sketching or meditation. Book the early-bird package via HopeGoo to include guided tour and meal, ensuring an authentic, off-the-beaten-path cultural journey.